A haven for the most vulnerable: inside the Kryvyi Rih Children’s Rehabilitation Centre in Ukraine

Published: Nov 5, 2024 Reading time: 1 minute

Russia’s war in Ukraine has significantly worsened the lives of orphans and children deprived of parental care. For example, the Kryvyi Rih Centre for Medical Rehabilitation and Palliative Care for Children had to relocate to another facility equipped with a shelter. However, the new building is less than ideal for children with disabilities. We are committed to improving the lives of these children who have been left without the warmth of a family. With support from the Czech people and private donor Ivo Lukačovič, we will undertake major renovations on a shelter at the centre so the children can safely and comfortably wait out air raid alerts. We will also repair other facilities and make them comfortable for children with disabilities. Join us for a photo report from this special place.

A haven for the most vulnerable: inside the Kryvyi Rih Children’s Rehabilitation Centre in Ukraine
© Photo: Alberto Lores
The Kryvyi Rih Centre for Medical Rehabilitation and Palliative Care currently houses 40 children, half of whom have disabilities (© Alberto Lores)
The centre cares for children from birth until the age of 4—or until 6, for those with disabilities (© Alberto Lores)
The centre operates as a boarding facility where children can stay full-time (© Alberto Lores)
The 106 staff members care for the children; they look after living arrangements, meals, education, and rehabilitation (© Alberto Lores)
The centre’s director, Iryna Matviienko, shows us the shelter; presently, it is unsuitable for long periods of use (© Alberto Lores)
The centre began repairs independently, but it does not have enough funds to improve all the spaces (© Alberto Lores)
Ms. Iryna thanks our team for their support (© Alberto Lores)


Author: People in Need

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